Texas Rail Advocates tracks bills filed for the 89th legislative session that directly or indirectly impacts development of railroads or the rail industry.

Bills and riders that we feel are productive receive a Green Thumbs Up while counterproductive ones receive the Red Thumb Down.

TRA urges Texans to be proactive and support bills that help to facilitate Texas' economic growth and enhance quality of life by advancing the development of rail service as a carrier of people and goods.

Let your elected officials know where you stand. Find your elected state officials here:
https://wrm.capitol.texas.gov/home

Important Dates To Remember:

Monday, November 11, 2024

First day legislators and legislators-elect may file bills for the 89th Legislature. [House Rule 8, Sec. 7; Senate Rule 7.04(a)]

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 (1st Day)

Regular Session Begins, 89th Legislature convenes at noon. [Sec. 5(a), Article III, Texas Constitution; Sec. 301.001, Government Code]

Friday, March 14, 2025 (60th day)

60-day deadline for bill filing. [House Rule 8, Secs. 8 and 10(c); Senate Rule 7.07(b); Senate Rule 10.01 subjects joint resolutions to the rules governing proceedings on bills]

Monday, June 2, 2025 (140th day)

Sine die. (Last day of 89th Regular Session) [Sec. 24(b), Article III, Texas Constitution]